Police want help to find thieves who stole 300m of copper powerline in Marton
Police in Marton are seeking information after 300 meters of copper powerline were stolen, causing significant power outages and repair costs. Authorities are warning scrap-metal dealers against purchasing stolen materials and asking the public for any relevant surveillance footage.
Why it matters
The theft of critical infrastructure causes significant economic disruption and safety risks for local communities.
Police are appealing for information after about 300 metres of copper powerline wiring was stolen from two power poles in Marton.
The poles, on Turakina Valley Road, were cut down in the early hours of Saturday 24 October, with the theft expected to cost about $500,000 to repair.
Police were made aware of the incident about 10am on the day after the damage caused a power outage near Christophers Road, Marton Prevention Sergeant Colin Wright said.
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